1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 166 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
